Music
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
No Doubt reunites for Sphere residency. Gwen Stefani will be first woman to headline the Vegas venue
Don't speak — scream, because No Doubt has announced the band's first run of shows in 14 years. After surprising fans with a brief reunion at the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the ska-punks have set their sights on Las Vegas.
6 days ago in Education, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Top 25 songs in Springfield, Illinois on Shazam in the past week
Stacker compiled a list of the most Shazamed songs in Springfield, Illinois.
1 week ago in Music
Kiss rocker Gene Simmons recovering after crashing SUV
Simmons, a co-founder and bassist for the legendary band, was evaluated at a hospital Tuesday before being released. He posted on social media that he was doing well.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Bad Bunny’s music streams soar since 2026 Super Bowl halftime show news
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny's music catalog has seen a jump in streams since his 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance was announced.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall
A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day
It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That's according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart
Five years after their influential drummer and lyricist Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Decoding Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life a Showgirl’: A guide to her references
For Taylor Swift's most dedicated audience, a new album means new opportunities to decode Easter eggs in her lyrics and music videos. The pop superstar's 12th studio album has no shortage of clever clues and references to her public life and discography.
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.
3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content
Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan
More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways
As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work
The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Want to eat more plant-based meals? Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and Finneas’s mom, has some ideas
Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favorite — including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Giant Northern California corn maze lets visitors enjoy getting lost
The pumpkin patch and corn maze along Interstate 80 between Sacramento and San Francisco are open once again for the fall season through Halloween. Back in 2007 and again in 2014, Cool Patch Pumpkins earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest corn maze.
National
11 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration
Among them are governors of the most populous blue states, California and New York, and several governors who are considered possible 2028 presidential candidates, including California's Gavin Newsom, Illinois' JB Pritzker and Maryland's Moore.
11 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Federal immigration officers in Chicago area will be required to wear body cameras, judge says
"I’m having concerns about my order being followed,” the judge said.
23 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
SNAP changes leave a bitter taste
Advocate says the "Big Beautiful Bill" shifts major costs to the state.
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National
Ah, rats! Researchers say some other critter likely created Chicago’s ‘rat hole’ sidewalk landmark
The rat hole went viral early last year after comedian Winslow Dumaine posted a photo of it on X.
1 day ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, Local, National
Georgia school chief resigns after indictment alleging kickback scheme in Illinois
A federal grand jury in Chicago indicted Horton last week on 17 counts including wire fraud, embezzlement and tax evasion.
1 day ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National
Ontario premier criticizes Trump after Stellantis says it will move production from Canada to the US
Ontario Premier Doug Ford blamed U.S. President Donald Trump for the company's decision this week to shift production of the SUV from Brampton, Ontario, to Illinois as part of plan to invest $13 billion to expand its manufacturing capacity in the United States.
Sports
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, Sports
Illinois High School Football Poll
Here are this week's high school football rankings in Illinois.
1 day ago in Sports
Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings for his 18th NBA season, AP source says
Former MVP Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal.
2 days ago in Sports
Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS
Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.
2 days ago in Sports
NFL is more wide open with no dominant or unbeaten teams through first 6 weeks
The NFL is more wide open than it's been in years. There are no dominant teams this season, no unbeatens through six weeks. Only the Buccaneers and Colts have five wins.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, Sports
Illinois men’s basketball opens 2025-26 season ranked 17th in AP Preseason Poll
Fighting Illini set to face challenging schedule as they aim for another successful season under Coach Brad Underwood.
3 days ago in Sports
Mariners take 2-0 ALCS lead, beat Blue Jays 10-3 as Rodríguez, Polanco and Naylor homer
With another triumph in Toronto, the surging Seattle Mariners moved two wins away from the team's first World Series. Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodríguez hit three-run homers, Josh Naylor added a two-run drive and the Mariners took a 2-0 AL Championship Series lead by routing the Blue Jays 10-3 on Monday.
Entertainment
1 day ago in Entertainment
A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel
Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.
2 days ago in Entertainment
D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies
D'Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" music video, has died. He was 51.
3 days ago in Entertainment
‘Tron: Ares’ tops box office but falls short of expectations with $33.5 million debut
"Tron: Ares" powered up the box office grid in the top spot this weekend, but Disney's third entry in the sci-fi franchise fell short of expectations.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Oprah Winfrey picks Megha Majumdar’s ‘A Guardian and a Thief’ for book club
Megha Majumdar's " A Guardian and a Thief," already a finalist for the National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, is now Oprah Winfrey's book club pick.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Steve Martin, Bette Midler and Goldie Hawn are among stars paying tribute to Diane Keaton
Oscar winning actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was known for her performances and style that helped shaped some of the most indelible films of all time, including "The Godfather," "Annie Hall," "Father of the Bride" and "Something's Gotta Give."
Local News from Capitol City Now
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local
Jack-o’-Lantern Spectacular lights Up Washington Park this weekend
2,500+ pumpkins carved and lit!
9 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Interest groups: Ameren prioritizes profits over rate affordability
A proposed order would cut a recommended $129 million rate hike request for natural gas delivery by about one third, or, $44 million.
11 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
Democratic governors form a public health alliance in rebuke of Trump administration
Among them are governors of the most populous blue states, California and New York, and several governors who are considered possible 2028 presidential candidates, including California's Gavin Newsom, Illinois' JB Pritzker and Maryland's Moore.
11 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Federal immigration officers in Chicago area will be required to wear body cameras, judge says
"I’m having concerns about my order being followed,” the judge said.
Massey Commission looks at accountability, and why city councils and school boards aren’t at the table
An independent commission was suggested to make sure money is spent properly, and to make sure action items actually get done.
23 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
SNAP changes leave a bitter taste
Advocate says the "Big Beautiful Bill" shifts major costs to the state.
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